Hold tightly
What comes to mind when you think of holding something tightly?
A child’s hand in traffic? A $100 bill on a windy day? A wedding ring near a sink drain?
We hold tightly to what we deem precious, don’t we?
Without wavering
And, we’re not iffy about it. We don’t occasionally loosen our grip on the precious of life, do we?
To the hope we affirm
Oh, the most precious of all — Hope.
The same hope we affirm all the livelong day.
In our service, in our ministries, in our writing, in our putting-one-foot-in-front-of-the-other-dailyness.
The hope that defines our why.
For God can be trusted to keep His promise
Friend, does this bring a tear to your eye like it does to mine?
He can be trusted for every beautiful promise we’ll inherit. 
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This is the faith that rises up in us and grasps ever-so-tightly to the precious.
Because we trust His word. His plan. His heart.
Let us think of ways to motivate one another
I adore this sweet phrase.
I like to think that’s what we’re doing here. Online. In our churches. Our communities. Our homes. Our spheres of influence.
What a joy and a pleasure and a beautiful exchange of gifts.
To acts of love and good works.
Is there a better way to spend the whole of our lives?
Such a worthy mandate.
This feels like Kingdom work to me. Like mercy. Like generosity. Like compassion. Like Christ.
Thank you, friend for all you do to motivate me with your hope and goodness and love.
In case you’re in a place where you need to hear it right now, let me be the girl who tells you that:
You make a difference. What you’re doing matters. You’ve got this. Stay the course.
For Hope is alive and He’s trustworthy. 
→ P.S.) We’re taking a little trip this week, so I won’t be able to participate in the linkup as much as usual, but I look forward to being back here next week and catching up with you all then. Have a wonderful weekend! ♥
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“He can be trusted for every beautiful promise we’ll inherit.” Oh yes, it does bring tears to my eyes, Brenda. So much so.
May God bless your trip away. May it be a refreshing time of resting in Him.
Brenda,
You always encourage me!! What a great goal to keep in mind – to encourage others and build them up as they do work for/in the Kingdom. We’re all in this together. It’s not a competition. Joining with you in building each other up! Prayers for safe travels….
Blessings and love,
Bev xo
You are a fabulous encourager! Thanks for pouring your heart into this community! XOXO
Thanks for your words of encouragement and HOPE, Brenda! I’m with Liz above: you’re a fabulous encourager!
Hi Brenda, I always love visiting your blog on Thursdays. Blessings to you, friend!
Thanks Brenda for infusing us with hope and encouragement each week. Your words inspire-safe and happy travels, my friend!
Thanks for words of hope here — and may your time away yield rest and encouragement!
Brenda – Enjoy your trip!! Thank you for your beautiful words pointing us right to the feet of Jesus.
Hope your trip is fabulous. <3
“For hope is alive, and He is trustworthy.” Amen! 💕
Blessings, Brenda!
Yes, it is kingdom work! Thanks for the encouragement to keep on keeping on.
Hope you have a wonderful trip!
I love that verse and how you fleshed it out! Have fun on your trip. Blessings!
An uplifting word and a moment of encouragement! Glad I stopped by today! Enjoy your week away! Grace, rest and peace to you, blogging friend!
Travel safe and joyously, Brenda …
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What a beautiful unpacking of this Scripture! Yes, may we hold onto HIS hope in all of our moments. It makes all the difference to trust Him to keep His promises, doesn’t it? Enjoy your trip, and be blessed!
So enjoyed this post Brenda thank you so much for your encouragement . Hit the spot today. God bless . PS Love this Link Up
What a great verse, getting good comments motivates me, thanks Brenda for doing a link up that is as encouraging as your words.